scenario 2 Flashcards
shared computer security concerns
Key logger could be on machine to steal usernames/passwords/credit card details.
If you click remember me or get Internet Explorer (IE) to remember you other people can use your identity.
You may forget to log off
open wireless security concerns
Someone could monitor all your communications usernames/passwords/credit card details, along with what you say.
Richard uses an internet café computer what are the security concerns
Key logger could be on machine to steal usernames/passwords/credit card details.
If you click remember me or get Internet Explorer (IE) to remember you other people can use your identity.
You may forget to log off
Richard uses an open wireless connection on his smartphone to upload a fantastic image he has taken. What are the security concerns?
Someone could monitor all your communications usernames/passwords/credit card details, along with the image he uploads.
Richard’s website uses cookies, What is a cookie and what does it store.
A cookie is a file which is stored on the computers of people who visit his website if they have given permission for cookies to be used. It stores information on the pages of the website they have visited.
Richard uses an Internet café, he is worried about key loggers. What are they and should he be worried
A Key logger is a program which records the key presses of a user and then either stored them as a file on the computer. He should be worried because they could capture and record his username/passwords/credit card details. Along with any files he uploads or downloads from the internet.
Internet cafe
record username password
Data Protection Act has how may rules
- used fairly and lawfully
used for limited, specifically stated purposes
used in a way that is adequate, relevant and not excessive
accurate
kept for no longer than is absolutely necessary
handled according to people’s data protection rights
kept safe and secure
not transferred outside the UK without adequate protection
The Data Protection Act states that data must be “Kept safe and secure” - What does secure mean.
Prevent illegal access by passwords, firewalls, encryption etc.
The Data Protection Act states that data must be “Kept safe and secure” - What does safe mean.
Make sure they do not loose it. There hard disc might break so they loose all your data. They must store backup copies of your information
Possible negative impacts of overusing ICT
back ache, RSI, Eye Strain, Stress
Back ache caused by
Poor monitor position and poor chair
Back Ache prevented by
Adjustable chair and monitor. Along with regular breaks.
RSI caused by
Repeated actions.
RSI prevented by
Wrist supports, regular breaks and task rotation.
Eye Strain caused by
Using a screen too long, poor lighting, monitor infront of window, monitor too far away
Eye Strain prevented by
Monitor position and good lighting.
Stress caused by
Computer keep crashing and not knowing how to use software or software keeps crashing
Stress prevented by
Well maintained computer system which does not keep crashing and being trained how to use software.
Richard website online form issues
enter correct data
hacking
Website form have prevent / reduce incorrect data entry
drop down boxes eg Data of Birth 1-31, Jan-Dec
Check correct after enter data
Richards smartphone to Catherine - data transfer technology
Wired
Wireless
3G/4G
Cloud
Richard’s website uses cookies, how might they be used to increase sales of his artworks
Richard’s website uses cookies, to record the pages people have viewed so when they return a banner could show the images they looked at before so encouraging them to buy them, could even offer a discount if they view the same page / image twice.
If someone access Richards website can they copy one of his images and put it on their own website or sell the image?
No they cannot Richards images are covered by the Copyright and Patent act and they could be fined for their use and sale.
Someone tries to hack Richards website to steal customers details. What laws have been broken and by who.
The hacker has broken the computer miss use act and if it is easy to hack Richard has broken the Data Protection act because he has not kept the customers personal details safe and secure.
Why should Richards website have a pop up which appears when people first use his website to warn them that the website uses cookies?
It is an EU directive / law that you should warn users that your website uses cookies. You need the users permission to store the cookie data on the users computer.
